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Newspaper

Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1955

Page

18

Rabid Dog Bites Three in Bellflower Area

Health officials reported a rabid dog bit three people near Rosecrans School and on Rosecrans Ave and Louis Beach Blvd. Victims include 10 year old Robert Campos and 9 year old James Newlan, plus 35 year old Reg Harman. The dog, small tan and black, was captured near Honda after attacks. Pasteur treatments started for the boys at the County Health Center. Authorities urge anyone bitten to contact the Health Center immediately.

Compton Rosecrans School Acacia St Robert Campos Stockwell Sr James Newlan Hatchway Ave Reg Harman Bellflower Harman Rosecrans Ave Louis Beach Blvd SPCA Honda Willowbrook Ave

Dancers Elect Bill Tickell As Association President

Bill Tickell of South Coast Whirlers Square Dance Club was elected president of the South Coast Assn of Square Dance Clubs, succeeding George Peek. Other officers include Dod Clarke first vice president Arb Tretter second vice president Arlene Whitt secretary Fay Humphrey historian and board members Bob Finley Elmer Miller and Cliford Christel. The calendar features the Long Beach Hobby Show hoedowns a trail dance and the National Square Dance convention.

Bill Tickell Hazelbrook' Ave South Coast Whirlers Square Dance Club South Coast Assn Tickell George Peek Dod) Clarke Norwalk Arb Tretter Long Beach Arlene Whitt Fay Humphrey Bellflower Bob Finley Gardena Elmer Miller Lyngwood Cliford Christel

Lt Bond Jr Joins Mine Division 113 at Long Beach

Lt. John C. Bond Jr. succeeds Lt. Henry V. Cronk as commander of Mine Division 113 in ceremonies at Long Beach Naval Station. Cronk transfers to the Branch Hydrographic Office in Wilmington. Rear Admiral Smoot commands the unit, part of the Pacific Fleet Mine Force, with 12 50 foot mine craft and two motor launch minesweepers.

Henry V. Cronk Long Beach Naval Station John C. Bond Jr Ee McNab Ave Lakewood Ity Cronk Branch Hydrographic Office Wilmington Roland N. Smoot Pacific Fleet

Kiddies Hit by Autos Injure Two Children

Wilmington report details two children injured by autos on Thursday. Linde Reese, 11, of 1056 Le Coureur Street, treated for cuts after stepping into the street near home. driver Jon G. Fanti, 17, of Gardena. Charlie Richie, 4, of 946 West 5th Street Harbor City, bruised when struck by Harvey Schurz, 37, of West 256th Street.

Wilmington Osither Avhan Linde Reese Lecouvreur St Jon G. Fanti S. Evelyn Ave Gardena Charlie Richie Harbor City Harvey Schurz Vermont Ave

Uniform Adopted by Garden Grove Girls League

Garden Grove Union High School records a first on campus as the Girls League adopts a white long sleeved slip over sweater uniform. The decision was made by officers elected in the third quarter of last year.

Garden Grove — Girls Garden Grove Union High School

Skipper describes fatal sea collision between yachts

The captain of the Escapade II testified how his motorboat crossed the bow of the yacht during a collision eight miles from Balboa. Two people, James C. Cooper and Shirley Kyger, drowned, while others were injured or rescued as Coast Guard investigators probe the crash and witness testimony continues.

James C. Cooper Newport— Beach Cmdr Lionel H. DeSanty USCG Escapade II Kyger Luke Ness Coast Guard Ceree Anier Times Cooper Janderwater

Child Mistreatment Charges Dismissed in Downey Court

Downey Municipal Court dismissed charges of willful and painful mistreatment of a child against Mae Horst 22 of 12759 Le Floss Ave Norwalk who was to stand trial for beating her four year old stepson Michael for not spelling his name. The case was dismissed on mention of Opty District Attorney James Nelson.

Downey Mae Horst le Floss Ave Norwalk Michael Opty Atty James Nelson

Community Chest appoints co chairmen for licitation section

Chairman Anpointed SAN PEDRO Mines, Andrew J Tripich of 1449 Sunnyside Ave. cr and Bert Swearinger of 303 Wey mouth Ave. have been appointed co chairmen of the business solicitation section of the Community Chest campaign here in November, according to General Chairman Irwin Logan.

Anpointed SAN Pedro Mines Andrew J Tripich Sunnyside Ave Bert Swearinger Weymouth Ave Jco Irwin Logan

Huge 8000-ton hydraulic forge press unloaded at harbor

Large parts of a German built 8000-ton aluminum forge press arrived at San Pedro aboard the ship Werrnstein and were transferred to a rail flat car for shipment to the Aluminum Corp plant in Torrance. The press is described as the largest piece unloaded here since before World War II and will be installed next year at Hervey Aluminum Co. in Torrance.

San Pedro California Vernot Werrastein Lloyd Line Hervey Alumto air-Inum Co Torrance

Cancer Speakers Chairman Named Interviewing Held for City Publicis

Several applicants were interviewed for city advertising and publicity officer, but none selected yet. Assistant City Manager McHenry told the Council Finance and Salary Committee that a public relations director may administer promotion programs and set up new ones. The citizens committee had recommended the post and $7,944 was budgeted for nine months.

Inone J. R. McHenry City Council McHenry George I M. Vermillion Ely E. Somerville Citizens Group Vernon M. Fay William H. Clemo Councill John F. Baker

All Western Band Review to Open at Noontime as Planned

City Council committee announced the All Western Band Review will start at noon on November 26 as scheduled. They discussed possible future rescheduling to evening or 10 a.m., with limits on bands and an expanded promotion plan, and approved $1,500 more funding and retention of Jimmie Jones as supervisor.

All Western Long Beach Associated Frederick A. Sykes Fieers Sykes John T. Webb Municipal Auditorium Land Jimmie Jones

Obituaries and Remembrances From a Long Beach Page

Obituary notices for Dorothy Fitzgerald of Phoenix Arizona and others list arrangements, survivors, and service details. Also notes a baptismal celebration for Diana Kalak with extensive family lineage and local hospital nurse Fern Mowrey involved.

Testimony by Legg Rejected In Long Beach Probe

Testimony by Supervisor Legg was labeled immune for voluntary witnesses as the grand jury’s probe continues with two indictments already issued for bribery. The assembly committee expected 32 witnesses on Monday, including Mayors and city officials. Separate notices list Long Beach residents and local union figures among those subpoenaed. Also listed are obituaries for Ray Lindquist, Asa Walker, Daniel Chilton, George Neuhaus, George Thayer, and Fred Griswold with service details and survivors.

Grand'aury Turner Legg Assembly Committee George Vermillion Long Beach J. Jack Willard Lynwood S. Breneman Palos Verdes Estates

Downey Man to Talk at K of C Meeting

Downey man Edna J South will speak at a Knights of Columbus meeting in Belvidere Illinois. The service and interment details are incomplete but a university article mentions Bel Burnett General Assembly and Dilday Mortuary involvement. Surviving relatives include daughter Ruth Harter and siblings Frank M and Alta Little.

James P James D Dorothy Rogers Marian Warsen Barbara Harmmer Joan Vechik Beverly Stephens Alexander Sharpe Mottell Clyelton Daniel Boone Clifton Sr Brayton Ave Clifton Hill Atlantic Avethodist Church Ruth M Carolyn, Strobach Daniel Boone Chilton Jr Sunnyside Memorial Park Adeline National Assn Belvidere Ruth Harter Frank M Alta Little Peter Hice Bel+ Burnett General Assembly Videre Knights of Rice Edna_J Phil George Linden Ave Downey

Sister to Meet Reds Prisoner Reunites After Release

Marylee Ham of Huntington Beach will meet her sister Dorothy Middleton, a missionary in China, who was imprisoned by Chinese Reds for spying for the United States. Middleton arrived in Seattle, then Los Angeles, and was flown to Van Nuys where a reunion with family was arranged.

Marylee Ham Delaware St Huntington Beach Dorothy Middleton China United States Miss Middleton Seattle Los Angeles Thelma Murray van Nuys Ham Dorothy Canton Robert Haramond Far East Miss Briddleton Berore

Travel Movies at Woodlands Clubhouse Meeting

The Ben Hunters Night Owls will show travel movies at 6 pm Sunday at Woodland clubhouse 5901 E. Th St. Hosts are Geraldine Davis Ida Turman and loaella Johnson.

Ben Hunter Night Owls Woodland Clubhouse Geraldine Davis Ida Turman Loauella Johnson

Permits Issued for Five Offices

Garden Grove and Westminster saw clustered office permits as Orange County Planning Commission approved 25 variances for five sites. Ajsx Construction Co. secured two offices on Chapman Avenue and Magholia Avenue, H Reno H. Sirrine gained a Harbor Boulevard site, Douglas Edwards secured Cannery Street location, and R.C.R. Development Co. won a Newhope Avenue site.

Garden Grove Westminster Orange County Ajsx Construction Co Jaf Chapman Dale Ave Magholia Ave Chapman Ave Reno H. Sirrine Harbor Blvd Douglas Edwards Cannery

Sears Foundation Announces 100 College Scholarships Plan

The Sears Foundation will offer 100 four year college scholarships totaling about $6 000 per recipient over four years with roughly $2 500 to the college and the remainder to the student. The program also plans to add 160 more scholarships annually and will distribute booklets to high schools nationwide.

Sears Roebuck Sears Sears Scholarship Corp Evanston

OSU Alumni Form Long Beach Chapter

Thirty OSU alumni attended a Long Beach chapter organizing meeting led by Lakewood City Councilman George Nye and attorney Paul Strader. The group aims to support OSU teams on the West Coast and renew ties. Nye estimates 300 to 400 OSU alumni in the area, with next gathering planned before the OSU-Michigan game.

Unio State University Long Beach OSU George Nye Lakewood Meeeting Paul’ Strader Nye OSE Foat

Civic Group Meets Oct 5 In Palos Verdes Estates

The Lomita Square Civic Association plans a public meeting October 5 at 8 p.m. at 24423 Seagrave Ave. President Ray Wetzel will preside and discuss area problems and a women’s information service tied to Civil Defense. Alan Lind’s home hosts the event with chefs Dave Stamper and George Fester.

Wilmington Lomita Square Spon Carson Democratics Evelynec Poinndexter

Final Fiesta Plans Ready

Preparations for the ninth annual Fisher men Fiesta in SAN PEDRO are under way with events on Saturday and Sunday. Activities include net mend ing and skill contests at Fishermen's Wharf at 5 pm on Saturday, a Solemn High Mass at Mary Star of the Sea Church, a colorful boat parade at 12 30 pm Sunday, plus a carnival, fish fry, boat rides and open house aboard the heavy cruiser USS Rochester. Club women from Southern California toured the harbor as guests of the Fiesta Committee.

San Pedro Fishermen’s Wharf Mary Star of the Sea Church USS Rochester Fishermen's Wharf California

Mrs Coleman To Design Rose Float Again

Mrs Coleman of Fasa Rena is rehired by the city to design its entry in the 1956 Tournament of Roses parade. Her floats won 10 sweepstakes and never ranked below third. the city will pay $10 000 under terms to be recommended, matching last year’s amount.

Isane. Coleman Fasarena Coleman

Pigeon Exhibitor Wins Three Top Awards at County Fair

Amos Hodson of 2415 Petaluma Ave wins three best in show awards in the pigeon department at the Los Angeles County Fair in Pomona. The fair ends Sunday.

Amos Hodson Petaluma Ave Los Angeles County Pomone

Indiana Natives Plan Autumn Picnic in Los Angeles

Natives of Indiana living in the harbor area are invited to attend the annual autumn picnic on the sixteenth at Sycamore Grove Park in Los Angeles.

Wilmington Indiana Harbor Sycamore Grove Park Los Angeles

iDance Set Tonight at Belmont Dancing Club

The Belmont Dancing Club sponsors a dance at 8:30 p.m. tonight at the Belmont Recreation Center located at 4101 E Ailen St. The event promotes community social activity with music and dancing.

iDance Belmont Dancing Club Belmont Recreation Center E. Ailen St

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